HR Business Partner

Rapid Innovation Group (Pty) Ltd; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 480 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company is looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to support talent acquisition and performance management. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of HR experience and a Bachelor’s degree in HR or a related field. Key responsibilities include partnering with line managers, promoting employee engagement, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. This role is vital for aligning HR solutions with business goals and enhancing workplace culture in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including 2–3 years in a business partner or advisory role.
• Solid knowledge of HR policies, labor law, and employee relations practices.
• Strong business acumen and ability to align people strategy with business priorities.

Responsibilities

• Partner with line managers to provide HR solutions.
• Facilitate performance management processes.
• Promote employee engagement initiatives.

Skills

Relationship Building

Excellent organisational and administrative skills

Integrity and professionalism

Navigation of complex people challenges

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Applications are invited for the above-indicated vacancy within Newzroom Afrika. The successful incumbent will report to the Executive: Human Resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with line managers to understand business goals and provide HR solutions that enable performance and growth.
• Support workforce planning, talent acquisition, and resource deployment to meet business needs.
• Facilitate performance management processes, providing guidance to managers on goal-setting, performance reviews, and feedback.
• Support talent reviews, succession planning, and career development initiatives.
• Assist in identifying skills gaps and coordinating development programs with Learning & Development. Provide advice and support on employee relations matters, ensuring fair and consistent practices in line with company policies and labor laws.
• Promote employee engagement by supporting initiatives that enhance workplace culture and retention.
• Act as a confidential advisor for employees and managers on HR-related issues.
• Manage all external disputes
• Support organizational design initiatives, job profiling, and role evaluations.
• Assist in implementing change management initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions and adoption.
• Monitor key HR metrics (turnover, absenteeism, engagement, etc.) and recommend interventions.
• Work with HR colleagues to roll out company-wide programs such as compensation reviews, wellness programs, and diversity & inclusion initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to labor legislation, health and safety requirements, and internal policies.
• Maintain accurate employee records and contribute to HR reporting.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 2–3 years in a business partner, HR generalist, or advisory role.
• Solid knowledge of HR policies, labor law, and employee relations best practices.
• Experience in talent management, organizational design, and change initiatives.
• Strong business acumen and ability to align people strategy with business priorities.

Competencies

• Relationship Building
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Ability to act with integrity, Professionalism, and confidentiality
• In-depth knowledge of labour laws and HR best practices
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to navigate complex people challenges with practical solutions
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to take the initiative.
• Influencing skills
• comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Analytical thinking
• The ability to prioritise work and to work well under pressure